Game Scoop! is a weekly video game podcast from IGN and Geek Media, led by Daemon Hatfield. It covers gaming news, retro nostalgia and trivia across 769 episodes since 2010, typically about 75 minutes each. Estimated downloads are 20,000 to 60,000 per episode, with a host-read mid-roll rate of $360 to $1,500. It is one of the longest-running games podcasts, with numbered episodes past 870.
One of the longest-running games podcasts, with a large Apple-rated audience of gamers
- 4,114 Apple Podcasts ratings at 4.7 stars after more than 15 years of episodes.
- Weekly release schedule with long episodes of about 75 minutes and clear segments.
- Run by IGN and the Geek Media network, with trivia and retro features alongside news.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- co-hosted banter, news roundup, trivia
- Tone
- witty, enthusiastic
- Language
- English
- Production
- Studio production
- Typical length
- 60 to 85 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- IGNGeek Media
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- No
No sponsor mentions found in the feed; the description names IGN and the Geek Media network only as the publisher.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Family friendly
The feed is not flagged explicit and titles such as 'Game Scoop! 874: The Best Nintendo Switch Online Games' focus on games and industry news.
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | Geek.com |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id276268226 |
| RSS feed | feeds.megaphone.fm/gamescoop |
Benchmark score: 95 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Game Scoop! 875: The Castlevania Curse Is Lifted | 2026-10-16 | 1 h 9 min |
| Game Scoop! 874: The Best Nintendo Switch Online Games (As of October | 2026-10-09 | 60 min |
| Game Scoop! 873: Games of Our Lives, Pt. 2 | 2026-10-02 | 1 h 15 min |
| Game Scoop! 872: 343 Reasons to Give Halo to Activision | 2026-09-25 | 1 h 12 min |
| Game Scoop! 871: It's About Ocarina of Time | 2026-09-11 | 1 h 25 min |
| Game Scoop! 870: Capcom's Winning Streak Continues | 2026-09-04 | 1 h 18 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 3 days ago, a new one about every 7 days.
Veteran games industry host Daemon Hatfield and the IGN crew break down the biggest gaming news of the week, dive into retro gaming nostalgia, and challenge each other—and the audience—with trivia that puts even hardcore gamers to the test. Whether you're a longtime fan or a new listener, Game Scoop! is one of the longest-running and most beloved video game podcasts, delivering expert insights,…
About Game Scoop!
Game Scoop! is a video game podcast from IGN and the Geek Media network, led by Daemon Hatfield according to the show description. It breaks down the week's gaming news, revisits retro games and runs trivia. Titles such as 'Game Scoop! 873: Games of Our Lives, Pt. 2' and 'Game Scoop! 874: The Best Nintendo Switch Online Games' show the mix.
The feed lists 769 episodes since July 2010, released roughly weekly at a median of about 75 minutes. Apple Podcasts lists 4,114 ratings with a 4.7 average. From those signals, Starbooked estimates 20,000 to 60,000 downloads per episode, a low-confidence figure because podcasts do not publish download numbers. No sponsors are named in the feed.
At Starbooked's rate rule, a host-read mid-roll ad costs an estimated $360 to $1,500 per episode. It suits game publishers, hardware makers and entertainment services that want engaged, long-term gaming fans.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Game Scoop! can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Game Scoop!
How much does Game Scoop! charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Starbooked estimates a host-read mid-roll ad on Game Scoop! at $360 to $1,500 per episode, based on 20,000 to 60,000 estimated downloads. The show does not publish rates or download numbers.
What is Game Scoop! about?
Game Scoop! is a weekly IGN and Geek Media podcast where Daemon Hatfield and the IGN crew discuss gaming news, retro nostalgia and trivia, with long-running debates over major releases and industry moves.
How do I contact Game Scoop! about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80. Boosted shows can be booked through Starbooked, and since IGN publishes the feed, network ad sales may also handle sponsorships.
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